The National Museum of Scotland offers a stunning collection of venues to make the right impression, whatever the occasion. From intimate dinners for 12 guests to high-profile awards ceremonies for 950, each unique and versatile setting ensures an unforgettable experience. Celebrating in the breath-taking Grand Gallery or dining with dinosaurs, the museum’s much loved gallery spaces present breath taking backdrops for evening entertaining. A state-of-the-art 210 seat auditorium complex and luxurious boardroom suite overlooking Edinburgh Castle complete the remarkable portfolio of event spaces. Through guided tours, exclusive access or a private view, our spectacular galleries provide further exciting opportunities in what is already one of Scotland’s most memorable venues.
Boardroom | Cabaret | Classroom | Classroom with back projection | Dinner | Dinner Dance | Exhibition | Reception | Theatre | Theatre with Back Projection | U-shape | |
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Board and Bute Rooms | 24 | 30 | - | - | 50 | - | - | 80 | 50 | - | - |
Discoveries gallery | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 300 | 250 | - | - |
Early People gallery | - | - | - | - | 120 | - | - | 250 | 100 | - | - |
Grand Gallery | - | - | - | - | - | 750 | - | 1500 | 950 | - | - |
Grand Gallery and Entrance Hall | - | - | - | - | 950 | 700 | - | 1500 | 750 | - | - |
Hawthornden Court and Kingdom of the Scots | - | - | - | - | 120 | 250 | - | 700 | 175 | - | - |
Rooftops | 12 | - | 60 | - | 80 | 60 | - | 120 | 30 | - | 10 |
The Auditorium Complex | - | - | - | - | - | - | 210 | - | 210 | - | - |
Rate Ex/Inc (GBP) | Package details | |
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Midweek Day Delegate | From £37.00 (Ex Tax) | The Auditorium Complex day delegate rate from just £37 +VAT. The Auditorium seats up to 210 and boasts a full suite of audio visual equipment. Hire also includes exclusive use of the South Hall Gallery and Events Space, with a private entrance, cloakroom facilities, breakout and exhibition spaces. In the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town and just a few minutes’ walk from Waverley Train Station, The National Museum of Scotland offers the ideal location for your next event! |
Weekend Day Delegate | From £37.00 (Ex Tax) | The Auditorium Complex day delegate rate from just £37 +VAT. The Auditorium seats up to 210 and boasts a full suite of audio visual equipment. Hire also includes exclusive use of the South Hall Gallery and Events Space, with a private entrance, cloakroom facilities, breakout and exhibition spaces. In the heart of Edinburgh’s Old Town and just a few minutes’ walk from Waverley Train Station, The National Museum of Scotland offers the ideal location for your next event! |
Chambers St
Edinburgh
Lothian
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